Risk Analyst (Conflicts) (Dentons Business Services EMEA)

Dentons Business Services EMEA supports Dentons, the world's largest law firm, across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa by providing operational services including finance, IT, human resources, and marketing. The team focuses on driving efficiency, innovation, and collaboration within the firm.

• Bachelor's degree required (legal education preferred).
• Fluency in English (C1 or higher) is essential for international communication.
• Prior experience with conflicts analysis and confidentiality issues in an international law firm is preferred.
• Ability to understand commercial concerns arising from legal advice provided by a global law firm.
• Methodical and organized work approach with strong prioritization skills; ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to make decisions and remain calm under pressure, especially in challenging situations.
• Familiarity with Intapp Open or similar intake/conflict systems is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong client service mindset, professionalism, and ability to work in a global, multicultural environment.

• Review intake requests to ensure completeness and accuracy of client and matter information.
• Conduct internal and external conflicts checks using Dentons' conflicts database and external databases.
• Investigate corporate structures and management profiles to support conflict and AML analysis.
• Identify and escalate potential legal, commercial, sanctions, or reputational conflicts according to firm policies.
• Coordinate with Global Dentons offices to obtain conflict clearances.
• Support AML refresh processes for existing clients and monitor high-risk clients based on a risk-based approach.
• Assist in reviewing engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, and confidentiality terms.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data management complies with firm policies.
• Identify and resolve confidential information issues, implementing information barriers and document security processes.
• Coordinate with other Analysts and team members to meet deadlines and manage time-sensitive issues.

Only candidates fluent in English (C1 or higher) are considered due to international communication requirements.